Mohamed Boudiaf International Airport

DABC / CZL

Constantine, DZ

Last Updated
Jul 26, 20:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 8 min ago
20:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
25°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 16°C
2 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR DABC 262030Z VRB02KT 9999 FEW040 SCT200 25/16 Q1018

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,265 ft
FEW 4,000 ft AGL
SCT 20,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,265 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
20,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
22,265 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Mohamed Boudiaf International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 20,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 4,000 ft, scattered at 20,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 25°C (77°F) with a dewpoint of 16°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 18:00Z and 22:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF DABC 261700Z 2618/2718 02014KT 9999 FEW026 SCT033 TEMPO 2618/2622 FEW023CB BKN030 BECMG 2619/2621 08008KT BECMG 2710/2712 36014KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
20:37Z BASE
+0h
VFR 20° 14 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ABC
13
31
16
34

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
13/31 7,874 ft 148 ft ASP 136° No wind data
16/34 9,843 ft 148 ft ASP 159° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - DABC

10,519 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
86.4%
MVFR
12.5%
IFR
0.9%
LIFR
0.2%

Mohamed Boudiaf International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 86.4% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 7.5 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Temperature extremes range from -1°C to 44°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are July, June, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 7.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 31 kt
Calm Winds: 3.5%
Direction Distribution:
E
8.2%
N
21.9%
S
11.1%
W
17.7%
NE
12.2%
NW
12.5%
SE
7.5%
SW
5.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 16.1°C
Range: -1°C to 44°C
-1°C 44°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.3%

Best Months for VFR

July June September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 13/31
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.7 kt
Runway 16/34
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.4 kt

Statistics computed from 10,519 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Mohamed Boudiaf International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: DABC
IATA Code: CZL
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,265 ft MSL

Location

City: Constantine
Country: DZ
Latitude: 36.276001°
Longitude: 6.620390°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 13/31
Length: 7,874 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 16/34
Length: 9,843 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Mohamed Boudiaf International Airport

Overview

Mohamed Boudiaf International Airport serves Constantine, Algeria as a medium-sized airport situated at 2265 feet above mean sea level. The airport, identified by ICAO code DABC, provides critical regional aviation infrastructure with two substantial asphalt runways capable of handling significant aircraft traffic. Its strategic location offers critical transportation connectivity for eastern Algeria.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Mohamed Boudiaf are predominantly favorable for visual flight rules (VFR), with 85.2% of observations supporting VFR operations. Temperature ranges from 0°C to 35°C with an average of 13.1°C, creating generally stable flying environments. September through November represent the most consistent VFR months, characterized by stable winds averaging 7 knots from the west (270°) with occasional gusts up to 31 knots.

Notable Features

The airport features two parallel runways with similar wind characteristics, both experiencing 100% favorable wind conditions. Runway 13/31 measures 7,874 feet, while Runway 16/34 extends to 9,843 feet, providing substantial operational flexibility. Average crosswind components remain modest at 4.2-4.5 knots, suggesting predictable landing and takeoff conditions for most aircraft.

Approach Considerations

Pilots can expect consistently good visibility averaging 10 statute miles, with minimal instances of restricted visual conditions. Fog is rare, occurring in only 0.4% of observations, and visibility rarely drops below 3 statute miles. The western prevailing winds and extensive runway lengths provide multiple approach options with minimal wind-related complications.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.